The bill amends the Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act by updating the responsibilities and powers of the cannabis regulatory agency. Key changes include the agency's authority to establish and operate a marihuana reference laboratory, as well as the ability to collect, transport, and possess marihuana for testing and research purposes. Additionally, the agency is required to submit an annual report to the governor detailing the number of licenses issued, demographic information of licensees, enforcement actions taken, and financial statements related to the agency's operations.

The bill also clarifies that individuals with a financial interest in a marihuana establishment cannot serve as employees, advisors, or consultants involved in the act's implementation. Furthermore, it emphasizes the agency's collaboration with the department of state police for background investigations of applicants. Notably, the language has been updated to replace "pursuant to" with "under" in the context of rule promulgation, and the term "either" has been replaced with "any" to broaden the agency's capabilities.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 333.27957